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Quasi-Experimental Studies in Criminology
Wed, Nov 12, 11:00am to 12:20pm, Judiciary Square - M3Session Submission Type: Complete Thematic Panel
Abstract/Description
This panel presents three policy-relevant studies that employ different quasi-experimental methods – instrumental variables, doubly robust regression and triple differences regression frameworks. Presentations cover prosecutor backgrounds and charging decisions, in-prison vocational training programs, and handgun minimum age restrictions.
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Individual Presentations
Prosecutorial Background and Charging Decisions - Paul Heaton, University of Pennsylvania; Lindsay Graef, University of Pennsylvania; Greg Ridgeway, University of Pennsylvania
Can Prisons Move People into Better Jobs? A Look at Correctional Vocational Training Programs and Sectoral Employment Outcomes - CANCELLED - Britte van Tiem, University of Maryland
The Effects of Handgun Minimum Age Restrictions on Gun Violence: Evidence from U.S. States, 1979-2020 - Alex Knorre, University of South Florida